Contamination by blowing candles
Blowing out the candles on your birthday cake can actually be an unsanitary experience In a country like India, fire holds deep spiritual significance and is considered auspicious. It is traditionally believed that it should not be intentionally extinguished. S M Fayaz, Consultant – Internal Medicine, Aster Whitefield Hospital, Bengaluru concurred, sharing that blowing candles spurs on […]
What is lipedema, and why are Indian women more susceptible to it?
This condition is usually treated with lifestyle and dietary modification along with medical therapy in some cases.The obesity epidemic in India has raised several red flags when it comes to our health and wellness. Owing to socio-Indian women, in general, find themselves bearing the brunt of it. Making headlines is lipedema, a recent phenomenon where […]
Dark vs. milk chocolate Here’s what to gift your valentine on February 14
Valentine’s Day Chocolate Gift Guide: After all, what is a better expression of love than showing you care about their health? Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and no celebration is complete without something sweet. So, if you plan to surprise your valentine with a box of chocolate, this one’s for you. Today, we […]
Bengaluru city floods and its impact on health
October 13, 2023 Health care Bengaluru city floods and its impact on health The Silicon Valley of India often makes it to various surveys as the most liveable city in India. But recently this promising startup hub witnessed massive floods. As monsoon rains lashed Bengaluru unabated, weak infrastructure gave in and water inundated large parts […]
World Heart Day 2022
October 12, 2023 General Medicine World Heart Day 2022: Cardiovascular diseases killing Indians the most; know about pulmonary embolism & rheumatic condition On World Heart Day 2022, here’s a reminder to watch out and keep yourself safe as the ‘silent killer’ is lurking in the shadows of your sedentary lifestyle, unhealthy habits, and poor eating […]